Survey on telework in regional and suburban areas | Top benefit: “freedom from rush-hour commutes” at 44.8%; main challenge: “the burden of traveling to urban areas” at 41.2%
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“Freedom from rush-hour commutes in urban areas” — 44.8%
“Lower housing costs / a larger home for the same budget” — 37.1%
“The burden of traveling to urban areas for meetings and other purposes is high” — 41.2%
“Fewer opportunities to meet work contacts in person” — 33.0%
Among people in their 20s, “concern about difficulty developing skills or advancing their careers” — 24.7%
Among people in their 30s and 40s, “concerns or challenges with internet connectivity” — 29.0% and 28.5%, respectively
Among people aged 50 and over, “concerns about essential services such as healthcare and education” — 29.9%
Among those who want to continue teleworking, 51.5% cite “freedom from rush-hour commutes” as a benefit
JDSC and アグリルーツ begin trial of an AI farming assistant for open-field cultivation — using AI to pass on experienced farmers’ knowledge and develop agricultural talent while reducing workloads
[New series launch] “Eat my cooking! (Not me!!)”: A comedy about a sacrificial noblewoman devoted to cooking and a cool, cute? demon king whose stomach she sets out to win! “The Demon King's Castle's Exquisite Staff Cafeteria: The Cook Is a Sacrifice!” @COMIC
[Tokyo International Forum location only] A new product featuring “chestnuts,” a quintessential taste of autumn, served generously: “Krispy Kreme Premium Tokyo Double Mont Blanc Cream,” an “o-tsukimi”-style doughnut featuring 2 chestnut flavors and shiratama
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[Price] 410 yen (418 yen for dine-in)
Friday, August 21, 2026–late November 2026 (planned)
New accessories for enjoying summer. JAM HOME MADE unveils a new technology: a buoyant marine chain bracelet made from SILVER925! On sale from Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Accelerating expansion toward becoming the No. 1 miso ramen brand at prime locations near stations across Tokyo and 3 surrounding prefectures! Holding the “萬馬軒 10-Location Milestone Festival”
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The number of 「萬馬軒」 locations has surpassed 10 in total
“Miso Ramen (Regular)” for 790 yen (tax included)
Number of locations: 219 (including 36 franchise locations)
AI platform for procuring machine parts 「meviy」 adds a CSV feature to download delivery dates and prices for its delivery-date selection service in one go
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Can reduce the work involved in comparing delivery dates and prices by approximately 85%
[Web event confirmed for 8/26] Clear communication of plan details boosts enrollment and operational efficiency: Seminar on using web-based insurance solicitation systems in a new era under the revised Insurance Business Act
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14:00~15:00
Original2026年8月21日(金) 18:00まで
Founded in 1995 as a specialist agency for GLTD (Group Long-Term Disability Income Insurance), which compensates employees on leave for lost income.
In 2002, began providing preventive EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services incorporating Japan’s first stress checks, and
「感動の肉と米 岡崎葵店」 opens on Saturday, August 15! At last, the much-anticipated arrival in Okazaki City! A “blissful steakhouse” where you can enjoy piping-hot aged meat and freshly cooked rice from a hagama pot
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Aged loin steak set: 1,000 yen (1,100 yen including tax)
New product made with La France pear juice from Yamagata Prefecture! “A refreshing soft drink with a crisp aroma and juicy flavor” 「ニッポンエール 山形県産 ラ・フランス」
91.8% of IT department staff see summer vacation as an opportunity to advance major projects and IT improvements
Of respondents with relevant projects, 54.9% were unable to proceed with major projects or IT improvements as planned during their most recent summer vacation
Companies mentioned:SmartHR、KICK ZA ISSUE株式会社、株式会社SUNITED
[Second installment of the “Discover the Secret to Original Chicken’s Deliciousness” campaign] Draw a fun moment gathered around Original Chicken: “Original Chicken Drawing Restaurant” campaign runs August 15 (Sat)–August 21 (Fri)
“Washable storage” that solves the hassle of dampness and dirt: KEYUCA’s popular “Washable PP Rattan Series” gets 5 eagerly awaited new sizes and 2 dedicated lids
「スカルプD ネクストプラス プロパフォーマンス シャンプー」 earns an A rating from 「LDK the Beauty Men」, which highlights must-buy products that deliver a professional-quality finish like after a salon visit※1
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The men’s beauty feature in the August 2026 issue of 『MONOQLO』, 「LDK the Beauty Men」
Survey period: May 18, 2026–June 5, 2026
Content: 250ml
Retail price: 3,190 yen (tax included)
Net weight: 200 g
Companies mentioned:アンファー株式会社、晋遊舎、LDK the Beauty Men、MONOQLO、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、au PAYマーケット、Dクリニックグループ
[株式会社NIJIN] From a major company’s DX director to an openly recruited principal at a traditional school! Online event on “entrepreneurship education” developed at the forefront of business and the future of school transformation to be held on Thursday, August 27!!
The second installment of a hit title that ranked No. 1 in the annual overall rankings on 小説家になろう! “The Moment I Shouted, ‘I’ll Kill Him and Die, Too!’ I Remembered My Past Life: I’ll Make Sure to Put the Unfortunate Prince on the Throne, 2” goes on sale August 10!
ヤマダデンキ’s “Kurashi Marugoto” experiential store makes its first foray into Mie Prefecture! “Tecc LIFE SELECT Soyora Tsusakurabashi Store” opens Friday, September 11
[FANCL] First-ever hybrid event! Approximately 600 families from across Japan take part in special summer vacation event, “Kids’ Skin Care and UV Protection Seminar”
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31 parent-child pairs, or 65 people, took part
567 parent-child pairs from across Japan took part online via Zoom
5,728 chat comments were posted during the 2-day online event
Among participating children, 98.9% said they had gained a better understanding of skin and UV exposure
99.5% said they understood the importance of skin care
Parent satisfaction with the seminar reached 99.7%
Beat the scorching heat with seasonal fruit! Indulgent frozen treats that taste just like biting into real fruit: chunky white peach “Peach Frappe” and “Mango Frappe” made with Alfonso mango (※). Available in limited quantities starting Tuesday, August 11!
Characters from popular games including “Goddess of Victory: NIKKE,” “Azur Lane” and “Atelier Ryza” make numerous appearances. “AmiAmi Figure Monthly Ranking: July 2026”
Tsujimura Mizuki’s “Fire Dome”: TV commercial “Summer Version” and special promotional video “Summer Version” unveiled! — Every summer, I remember this story.
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Cumulative circulation reached 350,000 copies within 1 month of publication
A work serialized 25 times in the literary magazine STORY BOX, from the June 2019 issue to the August 2023 issue
Enthusiastic comments received from more than 400 booksellers nationwide
[AEON’s skincare brand] AEON is launching “Oil Serum Lift Patch Warm,” from GLAMATICAL (グラマティカル), which gently warms the eye area and helps give it a brighter※1), firmer appearance!
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About 440 stores, including “AEON” and “AEON STYLE”
¥1,000 before tax (¥1,100 including tax)
Any 3 for ¥2,700 before tax (¥2,970 including tax)
12 new T-shirt designs from “Sakigake!! Otokojuku” have been added to pTa.shop! A must-have collection for fans, featuring the lives of fiery men such as “Ō Dōjin,” “Akashi Gōji” and “Date Oito”
Holding a “Mental and Developmental Disabilities Employment Supporter Training Course” to create a workplace where all employees can work with peace of mind
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95 people from 15 Gakken Group companies participated
The statutory employment rate for people with disabilities at private companies is 2.7%
Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
“Background knowledge” can make all the difference between passing and failing. “10 Common Knowledge Themes in Modern Japanese Texts” frequently featured on entrance exams can be studied in spare moments in University Entrance Exams: Gain an Edge Through Thinking in Spare Moments—Common Knowledge in Modern Japanese Texts, on sale August 10, 2026
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List price: 1,540 yen (1,400 yen before tax)
Format: B6 size / 192 pages
After teaching at a major preparatory school for 16 years
The August Kadokawa Shinsho lineup revisits universal hopes and concerns people have held about life and illness, from ancient times to the present. It features 3 works: The Ancient World of Magic, The Science of “Cancer Remission,” and Ramen and Health
From treatment you “receive” to treatment you “carry out yourself.” A medical nonfiction book documenting “self-dialysis,” which has attracted attention in recent years, goes on sale
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List price: 1,900 yen plus tax
Page count: 240 pages
In-person attendance: 2,500 yen
Online attendance: 3,000 yen
Companies mentioned:株式会社KADOKAWA、a l b a l a b 株式会社、田端透析クリニック
Orders open for products including trading foil-stamped cards featuring newly illustrated characters in Chinese outfits from the TV anime Medalist, available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
Elegant and glamorous クレイサス products featured in イオンリテール’s “Reservation Sales Event Mid Summer Fes Bonus Point Promotion”! Up to 1,900 WAON bonus points are being offered
International exhibition “NEW MEDIA / NEW TECHNOLOGY / NEW ARTISTS,” connecting artists and curators from Japan, South Korea and Taiwan in a relay format, to be held in Seoul, South Korea
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From August 15, 2026
Saturday, August 15–Sunday, September 13, 2026
Opening hours: 11:00–20:00
Date and time: Saturday, August 15, 2026, 18:00–20:00 (tentative)
Companies mentioned:ArtFanders株式会社、HOTEL ANTEROOM SEOUL、アイランドジャパン株式会社、Artist Cafe Fukuoka、HARUKAITO by island、HOTEL ANTEROOM KYOTO、Prix Ars Electronica、Venice Immersive、ヴェネツィア国際映画祭、XR部門、ダンヒル、ルイ・ヴィトン、フォンダシオン ルイ・ヴィトン、水戸芸術館、Gallery Yukihira、横浜マリンタワー、Artas Gallery、蔦屋書店、GALLERY EN ウォール、新宿眼科画廊、KANZE ARTS、経済産業大臣賞、文化庁メディア芸術クリエイター育成支援事業、CCBT、光州ビエンナーレ、Doosan Gallery New York
Dr.okke, a test creation tool for cram schools and schools, refreshes its brand logo. The new design retains the familiar motif while conveying approachability and trust
Special program “The Abandoned Saint’s Journey Through Another World for Food: I Summoned a Camper Van with My Hidden Skill—We’re at the Midpoint! A Look Back” to stream exclusively for free on ABEMA from 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 15! All episodes through episode 6 will also air back-to-back just before the special
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Broadcast date and time: Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 8 p.m.
“ABEMA Premium,” priced at 1,180 yen per month (tax included)
“ABEMA Premium with Ads,” priced at 680 yen per month (tax included)